Hotel guests want more than cake for special occasions
Travelers looking to commemorate a special occasion these days are looking to go well beyond the basics…
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Hotel guests want more than cake for special occasions
Travelers looking to commemorate a special occasion these days are looking to go well beyond the basics…
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'Daylight robbery' in hotels raises fears for tourism sector
Visitors to the country face a significant shortage of hotel beds this summer with fears it could cause chaos in the tourism sector.
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Plan in advance for upcoming ‘ITB Berlin’
Insights and tips from seasoned attendees on how to survive what will be a busier than ever ITB Berlin. With attendance figures for travel trade shows and events returning to pre-pandemic levels and in many cases even higher, there’s every…
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Research conducted by travel experts WeRoad has revealed that millennials are swapping relaxing and partying this year when it comes to travelling.
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When will Chinese tourists return? Recovery is expected to be gradual
The January reopening of outbound traffic from China was the moment hotels, tour operators and tourism boards worldwide had long been waiting for.
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When reading and hearing the declarations of a certain number of elected representatives of the ecologist movement regarding their vision of the evolution of their cities, one is entitled to wonder about their perception of what exactly the tourist…
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If you’re a guest in a hotel, it’s considered common courtesy to treat fellow guests with respect and express gratitude to the hotel staff who strive to make your stay a five-star experience…
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Travel bounces back as vacation rental bookings rise up to 27% on 2022 levels
The outlook for vacation rental travel this year is confident as Key Data reveals a significant rise in the number of reservations made in January 2023 compared to January 2022.
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Accor enters cruising with a splash, launching the world’s largest sailing ship
Accor’s Orient Express brand is legendary for operating luxury trains for over 140 years and now the legend continues on the high seas with the launch of the world’s largest sailing ship, Orient Express Silenseas…
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Europe and Middle East tourism set to return to pre-pandemic level
After stronger than expected recovery last year, 2023 could see international tourist arrivals bounce back to pre-COVID-19 levels in Europe and the Middle East.
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LETTER FROM THE SKIES: THE CHINESE ARE COMING, SO IS AI ON STEROIDS – HELLO, 2023
I AM writing this at 15,000 feet, onboard an ATR 72-500 on a Firefly flight between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur…
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Average daily hotel rates hit record highs across the U.S., Europe and other major markets this year, and despite signs of a slowing global economy, hospitality's robust pricing power is likely to extend into 2023…
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CHINA ENDING COVID QUARANTINE A POTENTIAL BOON FOR DOMESTIC AND GLOBAL HOTELS
In a fortuitous turn for the travel and hospitality industry, travelers entering China will no longer have to quarantine upon arrival on the mainland from Jan. 8, 2023.
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Travel is Back, but It's Different: How Hotels Can Adapt
There's no doubt about it: travel is back. Last summer saw renewed enthusiasm for hitting the road, and this summer confirmed it.
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Hundreds of tourists stranded in Machu Picchu amid Peru protests
About 300 tourists from around the world have been left stranded in the ancient city of Machu Picchu, according to the mayor, after Peru was plunged into a state of emergency following the ousting of the country's president…
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Year end travel report – Top 10 festive trends and soaring booking confidence
With the big festive getaway about to begin, new bookings insights revealed by Sabre show improving travel confidence and the emerging festive destinations of choice for global travelers.
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Climate change and political unrest among the top risks in 2023
The impact of climate change, the ongoing energy crisis and increased political “polarisation” across the world are among the top risks that businesses face in 2023, according to security specialist Healix International…
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The 33 Definitive Hospitality Industry Statistics You Need to Know For 2023
As 2022 comes to a close and we gather with industry experts, peers, and colleagues to prepare for the year ahead, we find ourselves looking upon a terrain that is no longer desolate but thriving…
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